Pharmacological and Parenteral TherapiesQuestion 1677 of 2368
Which client is the best candidate for a Venturi mask?
- A client in cardiac arrest who needs 100% oxygen delivered at the highest flow
- A client with COPD who needs a specific amount of oxygen to avoid complications
- A client with a blocked nose who cannot use a cannula and needs a mask instead
- A client who is not breathing and needs manual ventilation with a bag-valve mask
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Correct answer: A client with COPD who needs a specific amount of oxygen to avoid complications
Venturi masks deliver a set FiO2 for clients whose breathing may be affected by high oxygen levels, such as clients with COPD.
Source: Nursing Skills, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2023), Oxygen Therapy: Venturi Mask. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Pharmacological and Parenteral Therapies"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026